5 THE TRIUMPH TR3 CHASSIS To build his Devin, Salvatore chose a mid 1950s Triumph TR2/TR3 chassis. This featured excellent handling with independent front suspension, an underslung rear axle which allowed the frame and body to ride closer to the ground and a lower center of gravity. Interestingly, he chose not to use the Triumph engine. In its place he used the Willys Hurricane F-Head 6-cylinder engine mated to its transmission—a Borg-Warner 3-speed manual with overdrive. Next, he moved the drivetrain backward for a more favorable 50/50 weight distribution making his Devin effectively a front mid-engine sports car.
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